Best wireless earbuds for Android

There are a number of reasons to get True Wireless (TWS) headphones, especially when travelling and you’ll appreciate the fact that the cable doesn’t get tangled and in the way when listening to music. Add to that built-in microphones, track or volume control. However, expect to pay a bit more money for the same sound compared to cable-connected headphones.

Xiaomi Mi AirDots Basic 2/2S

In the lowest price category, the Xiaomi Mi AirDots Basic 2 completely wireless earbuds are surprisingly good. These headphones last 4 hours on a single charge. The case will then supply power for three more charges, bringing the total to 16 hours. Charging via microUSB takes 2 hours.

The newer version of the Xiaomi Mi AirDots Basic 2S already has USB-C, a total of 20 hours of battery life and the charging time will be one hour.

Touch control is used for control, there is no lack of voice assistant support. Despite the low price, the headphones fit well in the ear, they can be used for sports (they are IPX4 compliant), but it is not a downright sports model. Bluetooth is in version 5.0, the signal holds quite stable.

The headphones have 7.2mm transducers, sonically you get the usual pleasing standard with good mids and highs. Bass is pretty much controlled, and if you want it punchier, the equalizer will help.

Sony WI-C310

The Sony WI-C310 headphones are very lightweight, weighing only 19 grams, yet lasting an excellent 15 hours. Ergonomically they are very good and comfortable. The ambient noise isolation level is one of the better ones, the headphones offer an ideal ratio where they suppress ambient noise but don’t completely cut off from the surrounding action.

Sonically, the headphones are among the best you can have for the price. The sound is clean, clear with nice vocals. The bass component is surprisingly clean and adequate, the new model doesn’t roll out the whole spectrum with massive bass like, say, the Sony XB series. So you can listen to any kind of music. The codec here is AAC and standard SBC, there is no lack of support for voice assistants.

Very pleased with the magnetic tips for connection at the neck. Thanks to NFC technology, you can easily pair the headphones with a compatible device. There is no control on the headphone cable or microphone, the headphones support voice control. Choose from four colours.

Intezze Cliq

Intezze Cliq headphones have succeeded in every aspect. They are very small, including the durable metal housing, and have great durability. On a single charge they can play for 8 hours, with the case you get a fantastic 40 hours. Bluetooth 5.2 takes care of connectivity, and the codecs here are not only AAC and SBC, but also aptX, which is very pleasing.

The sound is taken care of by 10mm drivers. They are tuned entertainingly, but the sound is very well balanced. The bass component will put you on your butt given the size of the headphones. Vocals are slightly suppressed but clear, the sound is brightened by nice highs.

In this price range, the Intezze Cliqs are virtually unrivaled if we focus not only on the sound, but especially on the compact design. We rank them among the universal headphones with the best price/performance ratio.

 Samsung Galaxy Buds 2

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 is one of the most versatile models on the market. However, they are not aimed at audiophiles and demanding listeners, the target group is ordinary people who want good sound, comfort, convenience and basic active noise cancellation. They can play for 5 hours on a single charge, with the case you’re up to 29 hours. Charging is via USB-C, or wireless.

Sonically, the headphones also give a less bassy impression due to the more comfortable placement in the ear, which the in-app equalizer remedies. Bluetooth is version 5.2, and codec-wise the lack of aptX support may be a deterrent, but AAC works great here.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 perfectly fulfill the combination of relaxed sound and comfortable use without worrying about the headphones falling out of your ear. Add a really small, handy case, nice touch controls. If you search, they can be had for a really interesting price.